School News

School board leaders recognized in January
January is School Board Recognition Month, providing local schools and communities the chance to honor Oklahoma’s more than 2,700 elected school board members for their dedication and service.

Oklahoman Names Central Tech a Top Workplace
For the eighth year in a row, Central Tech has been awarded a Top Workplaces honor by Oklahoman Top Workplaces.

Sapulpa falls to McAlester in the first round of playoffs
The Sapulpa Chieftains fell 48-14 to the McAlester Buffaloes in the first game of postseason football, effectively ending the 2021 football season for the Chieftains.

Mounds Educator Retreats to Quartz Mountain for Fall Workshops
Oklahoma Fall Arts Institute provides training in the arts for teachers and other artists.

Sapulpa’s Freedom Elementary Ranks in the Top 30 Oklahoma Elementary Schools
A new ranking by ‘U.S. News & World Report,’ puts Freedom in the top 30 Oklahoma elementary schools for 2022.

SPS admin shares plan to spend government funding on early literacy program
“We need to invest our ARPA money, and not just spend it. Teaching these kids to read well, that’s the gift we need them to leave with.”

Parents speak at Bristow Board of Education meeting on graphic reading material in schools
A packed crowd showed up to Monday night’s Board of Education Meeting at the Chuck West Field House in Bristow as multiple parents spoke up about a growing concern for the material that the school reportedly has in its libraries.

Chieftains conquer the Glenpool Warriors 47-22
A solid win by the Chieftains brings a great ending to the regular season for the Sapulpa Chieftains, who will now face the McAlester Buffaloes next week in the playoffs.

Creek County teacher nominated for Teacher of the Year
“To be in this position now feels like a dream, and I plan to enjoy every minute of it.”

Sapulpa zaps the Zebras 21-14
In a close game, Sapulpa managed to strike last in a much-needed win on the road against the Claremore Zebras 21-14.

Photos: Chieftains Volleyball headed to state tournament
Check out the photos from Monday’s game that sent the Lady Chieftains to Regional Champs and on their way to State!